Treatment for gum recession

Gum recession is a common dental disease. It is mainly divided into pathological and physiological. The so-called pathological refers to gum atrophy caused by some external factors. Physiologically, this refers to the phenomenon that people will experience to a greater or lesser extent when they reach a certain age. Pathological conditions require prompt treatment. Physiological sex is not necessary because it is a normal phenomenon. There are many reasons for pathological gingival recession.

For example, not paying attention to oral hygiene can lead to bacterial growth and gum recession, or it can be caused by other dental diseases. However, some people who are obviously very young have physiological gum atrophy, which is also a pathological condition. So how to treat gum recession?

Treatment for gum recession

Small, uniform amounts of gum recession are generally asymptomatic and require no treatment. If gum recession continues to progress, the cause should be carefully identified and treated accordingly. Such as changing brushing habits, correcting bad restorations, adjusting bite or adding orthodontic force, etc. Treatment is mainly to prevent it from getting worse.

For those whose gums of individual or a few front teeth are receding and affect their appearance, lateral transposition flap surgery, free gingival flap transplantation, connective tissue transplantation and other surgeries can be used to cover the exposed root surface. Patients with alveolar bone that is too thin or with bone cracks can also be treated with guided bone regeneration (GBR) surgery. Patients with secondary dentin hypersensitivity or root caries following gingival recession should be treated symptomatically.

Gum recession is irreversible and the focus should be on prevention.

1. Develop good oral hygiene habits. You should choose toothpaste and toothbrush that comply with the recommendations of the National Dental Prevention Organization. Brush your teeth 2-3 times a day, and once before going to bed at night is essential. When you don't have time or it is inconvenient to brush your teeth, you can rinse your mouth instead. In some special occasions, you can rinse your mouth with soup or tea to keep your mouth clean.

2. Prevent and treat inflammatory oral diseases. Periodontitis, dental tartar, oral ulcers, gingivitis, gum abscesses, food impaction and ill-fitting dentures are all causes of gingival recession, so you should go to the hospital for regular check-ups and treatments, and seek advice on oral self-care knowledge; for gums that have already receded, surgical treatment can also be used.

3. Treat systemic diseases in the elderly that cause gingival atrophy. For example, endocrine disorders can lead to gum atrophy; anemia and vitamin C deficiency can cause bleeding gums; diabetics are prone to oral inflammation; serious diseases such as leukemia can also cause gum atrophy. After the primary disease is cured, gum recession will also improve.

4. Strictly prevent environmental pollution. Poisoning by arsenic, lead, etc. can lead to periodontitis, gingival edema and gingival atrophy, so you should pay attention to the quality of your work and living environment and avoid contact with toxic substances.

Everyone must pay attention to their oral hygiene in daily life, brush their teeth every morning and evening, and the brushing time should not be too short. You should choose a toothbrush with softer bristles and develop good brushing habits.